KeyboardHIGH INTEREST
5 Key Keyboards
A 5-key keyboard designed for osu! and taiko is being proposed for sale. The creator plans a second version featuring a custom PCB, micro-controller, and improved casing. Interest is gauged for the product priced around $30+shipping, with customizable switches and keycap colors.
44 replies
8,299 views
23 May 2014
Community Sentiment
27 votes
Positive59%
Neutral33%
Negative7%
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Sentiment Analysis
27
Total Votes
14
Feedback Items
59%
33%
7%
Positive (59%)
Neutral (33%)
Negative (7%)
Positive Feedback
- Interest in a programmable version for various uses.
- Many users are excited about the DIY aspect and hands-on building.
- Several users expressed a desire for various switch options and colors.
- Comments highlight appreciation for the design and novelty of the product.
- Interest in using the keyboard for media controls and other applications.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about the pricing and components cost potentially being too high.
- A few users are doubtful about the programming capabilities.
Suggestions
- Make the keyboard easily reprogrammable.
- Consider offering it as a kit for users to assemble themselves.
- Incorporate an LED option into the design.
- Investigate the possibility of a wireless version for convenience.
Common Questions
- What software will be used to program the keys?
- Can the keys be programmed to function as unique inputs for automation?
- How does one typically go about programming these keyboards?
🤖 AI Summary
The thread has a total of 32 comments with significant engagement. The high ratio of positive to negative sentiment, along with various users indicating clear interest and suggestions for improvements, supports a 'high' interest level.
Interest Check Info
Project Specs
30
Specs Listed
Name
5 Key Keyboard (IC)Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
5 KeyLayout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
USBPolling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Case Colors
Case Material
Plastic/MetalKeycaps Material
Dimensions
Weight
Hot Swappable
Knob Support
falseDisplay Support
falseMac/Win Support
trueMulti-Media Keys
falseUSB-C
trueUSB passthrough
falseHall Effect Support
falseQMK Support
falseVIA Support
falseN-Key Rollover
falseRapid Trigger
falseScrew-in Stabilizers
falseSound Dampening
falseBacklight
false